New name emerges as possible Barcelona winter signing

Barcelona exploring move for Chelsea defender Levi Colwill, 23, as winter reinforcement; Chelsea value him at around €80m.

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick confirmed the club will pursue a centre-back in the January transfer window, with Gvardiol, Bastoni, Lisandro Martínez and Natan among the targets. English sources now add Chelsea's Levi Colwill, 23, to the list of possibilities.

Colwill, a left-footed defender who came through Chelsea's academy, has established himself as a regular starter under Xabi Alonso at Bayer Leverkusen this season after loan spells at Huddersfield and Brighton. He stands nearly 190cm tall and is known for his physical presence, ball-playing ability and composure.

Colwill has made 89 appearances since joining Chelsea's first team in summer 2023 and is represented by Team Raiola.

Chelsea are keen to renew Colwill's contract, which runs until 2029, but interest from Barcelona and Liverpool could complicate matters. According to CaughtOffside, Chelsea would only entertain offers starting around €80 million. Alonso is unlikely to let him leave easily, describing him as a key player for Leverkusen's future.